Tandem TruSteel Infusion Set User Guide

June 9, 2024
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Tandem logo T:SLIM X2 INSULIN PUMP AND INSERTING YOUR
TruSteel Infusion Set

TruSteel Infusion Set

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Open packaging and remove the protective cap from the connector needle.
⚑ Note: Clean the insertion area with an alcohol prep pad or other recommended skin preparation.| Hold the connector needle at the point where it connects with the tubing and insert it into the coupling housing.
You should hear a click.
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Fill your tubing according to the instructions detailed in the Tandem Diabetes Care insulin pump user guide.
Caution: DO NOT fill tubing while the infusion set is connected to your body.| Fill your tubing according to the instructions detailed in the  Tandem Diabetes Care insulin pump user guide.
Caution: DO NOT fill tubing while the infusion set is  connected to your body.
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When filling the tubing, hold the steel needle pointing down. Make sure  there is no air in the tubing. Stop after three drops of insulin have appeared  from the needle.| While holding the retaining wings of the infusion set, carefully remove the backing paper under the needle.
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Gently twist and pull off the guard from the steel needle.| Pinch the skin at your selected insertion area with one hand to  help lift the skin away from any muscle tissue.
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Insert the needle and release the pinched skin.| Massage the adhesive tapethoroughly onto your skin.
Caution: DO NOT attempt to straighten the adhesive if curled.
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Remove the backing paper from the coupling housing and attach it  to a location that allows for easy access.
Note: Ensure that the tubing between the introducer needle and  housing is not too tight.| Skip the “Fill Cannula” step in the load process, set your Site Reminder  for 48 hours, depending on your insulin type, and resume insulin.
Caution: ALWAYS check glucose levels 1-2 hours after inserting to  make sure it’s working properly.

Disconnect

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Place your finger in front of the coupling  housing, gently squeeze the sides of the  connector and pull the connector needle straight out.| Insert the circular protective cap into the connector needle.| Insert the disconnect cover into the coupling housing.

Reconnect

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Remove the protective cap from the connector needle.| With the needle pointing down, fill the tubing until you see insulin drop from the needle.
Caution: DO NOT fill tubing while the infusion set is connected to your body.
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Remove the disconnect cover from the coupling housing.| Hold the connector needle and insert it into the coupling housing. You should hear a click.

This reference sheet is intended to supplement the instructions included with your TruSteel infusion set. Please refer to those instructions (available for download at tandemdiabetes.com/support) for a complete list of warnings and precautions.
Important Safety Information: Caution: Federal Law (United States of America) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. These infusion sets are indicated for the subcutaneous infusion of insulin administered by the t:slim X2 insulin pump for the treatment of diabetes. These infusion sets are indicated for single use. For  contraindications, warnings, precautions, and other important information, please refer to the instructions for use accompanying the infusion sets.
© 2022 Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc. All rights reserved. Tandem Diabetes Care, TruSteel, t:lock, and t:slim X2 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Tandem  Diabetes Care, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All third-party marks are the property of their respective owners. ML- 1009395_A

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